How readily do you forgive a friend who hurts you, but admits it was their stupid mistake?

This page is a permanent link to the reply below and its nested replies. See all post replies »

It depends on what you value more, your friendship or your pride.
It depends on how easily your temper can be calmed.
It depends on how much they hurt you and if they realise.

And then forgiveness can happen but for things to go back to how they were can often take longer.

LachrymoseLamer · 51-55, M

Very wise words. Thank you! *hugs plus*

InOtterWords · F

@LachrymoseLamer: I was there just a short time ago as the one who was hurt. Now I'm there with another friend who I have hurt.

Makes you realise so much when the shoe is on the other foot.

LachrymoseLamer · 51-55, M

@InOtterWords: I imagine it would give you the complete picture?

InOtterWords · F

@LachrymoseLamer: yea ... First step is reopening communication channels

LachrymoseLamer · 51-55, M

@InOtterWords: I've done that this morning. Very emotional.

InOtterWords · F

@LachrymoseLamer: me too, very stilted.

InOtterWords · F

@LachrymoseLamer: hugs plus

LachrymoseLamer · 51-55, M

@InOtterWords: *big hugs plus*